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ACADEMIC FESTIVAL FANFARE
(AKADEMISCHE FESTFANFARE)
Peter Graham
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Premiered by the
Folkwang Brass Band, conducted by Heinrich Schmidt and recorded by the
Black Dyke Band at the European Championships Gala Concert in Belfast 2006.
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ALLOWAY TALES
Peter Graham
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ANGELS AND DEMONS
Peter Graham
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Angels and Demons takes inspiration from the following passage in the Book of Revelation:
And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon...
Revelation 12:7
These two lines of text provide the composer with the material for a series of sound pictures. It is for the listener to interpret and imagine the sequence of events in these pictures.
The work was commissioned by Le Brass Band Nord Pas de Calais, Music Directors Philippe Lorthios and Dr Luc Vertommen, and first performed by them in the Nouveau Siècle, Lille, France, on Sunday 25th January 2015.
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BATTLE (from War of the Worlds Suite)
Peter Graham
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BESS YOU IS MY WOMAN
Gershwin arr. Robin Dewhurst
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BREAKOUT
Hardiman arr. Peter Graham
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CALL OF THE COSSACKS
Peter Graham
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Commissioned for the Black Dyke Band's solo spot at the 2002 European Gala
Concert in Belgium.
The Cossacks were a nomadic people whose ethnic makeup
included Ukrainians, Tartars, Poles and Jews. A similarly wide range of Eastern
European folk music features in this work, from Gypsy to Klezmer. Contains 5
movements: 1)
Procession of the Tartars 2) Gypsy Dream
3)
Cossack Fire Dance 4) Doyle's Lament 5) Cossack
Wedding Dance
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A CAROL FANTASY
Peter Graham
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CARTOON MUSIC
Peter Graham
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CATNAP
Peter Graham
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CATS TALES
Peter Graham
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Film composer Elmer Bernstein is remembered in 1) Catalonia before a musical gear change that references the work of his contemporary colleague, “Bernstein East”, aka Leonard Bernstein. The presence of West Side Story looms large here.
Henry Mancini's most famous composition (which concerned a cat of the pink variety) provides the inspiration for the 2nd movement, 2) Catwalk before saxophone legend Sonny Rollins’s jazz standard Airegin is given a contrafact treatment in 3) Scat! allowing a number of instrumental soloists to shine.
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CELEBRATE ROTARY
Peter Graham
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Commissioned for the centenary of Rotary International, this march is available free courtesy of Rotary and Gramercy Music. Click on the links below for further details.
(See also wind band concert music pages for the wind version.)
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COSSACK WEDDING DANCE
Peter Graham
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CRY OF THE CELTS
Hardiman arr. Peter Graham
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DANCING IN THE PARK
Peter Graham
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DAY OF THE DRAGON
Peter Graham
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DEAR LORD AND FATHER (REPTON)
Parry arr. Peter Graham
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DIES IRAE
Verdi arr. Peter Graham
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Verdis Requiem was first performed in May 1874 in Milan and was written to commemorate the life of the great Italian poet and writer Manzoni.
This arrangement comprises key moments from the Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) section. The main Dies Irae theme is followed by the Tuba Mirum, where offstage cornets play the role of judgment day trumpeters. A transition in the style of Verdi (and utilising material from the work) leads to the majestic Rex tremendae.
Here the vocal soloists of the original are portrayed by the lyric voices of cornet, flugel horn, baritone and euphonium as the increasingly dramatic music draws to a conclusion.
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THE DREAM TEAM
Peter Graham
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THE ELEPHANT
Saint-Saens arr. Peter Graham
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FANFARE PRELUDE ON KILMARNOCK
Peter Graham
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GAELFORCE
Peter Graham
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A GANNOCHY LULLABY
Peter Graham
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HARRISON'S DREAM
Peter Graham
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THE HASLEMERE SUITE
Peter Graham
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HINE E HINE
arr. Peter Graham
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HINODE
Peter Graham
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THE JOURNAL OF PHILEAS FOGG
Peter Graham
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The novels by Jules Verne have been a rich source of inspiration for composers over the years. Graham has taken elements of the epic work Around the World in Eighty Days as the outline for a series of adventures recorded in an imaginary diary by the hero of the story, Phileas Fogg.
Commencing with London bells in the background, the ensuing journey takes our hero by boat train to Paris (passing the Moulin Rouge en route), Russia (where he is chased by Cossacks), Vienna at night, Spain (where he is a spectator at a bull fight) before a final circumnavigation by sea (where we hear hints of foreign lands) brings him back to London with rich memories of his trip.
The Journal of Phileas Fogg was commissioned by Dr Nicholas Childs for the National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain and was first performed by them in July 2012, conducted by Dr Robert Childs.
(The Journal of Phileas Fogg is the 2016 GB Regionals 4th section test piece.)
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JOURNEY TO THE CENTRE OF THE EARTH
Symphonic Scenes for Brass and Percussion
Peter Graham
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2005 marks the 100th anniversary of the death of Jules Verne, and the event inspired Peter Graham to write a musical tribute to the author described as the "father of science fiction."
Journey to the Centre of the Earth is one of Verne's best known works. The novel takes the form of a sequence of diary entries by Axel, nephew of Professor Otto Lidenbrock. The pair follow coded instructions in a old document guiding them to Iceland where, together with their guide Hans, they enter the open crater of an extinct volcano Snæfells and pursue a trail to the centre of the earth. There follows hair-breadth scapes and ventures perilous as the intrepid explorers encounter a vast interior world.
Peter Graham has taken some of the key scenes from the book and set them as a sequence of symphonic extracts. The subtitles are; (I) Snæfells, (II) Descent, (III) The Wonders of the Terrestrial Depths, (IV) The Day of Rest, (V) Lost in the Labyrinth, (VI) The Whispering Gallery, (VII) Rescue from the Abyss, (VIII) Battle of the Antediluvian Creatures and Ascent, (IX) Homecoming.
Journey to the Centre of the Earth was premiered by the Black Dyke Band as their contest winning own choice test at the 2005 European Championships in Holland.
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Jules Verne's novel (in translation) can be downloaded from www.gutenberg.org
LADY STEWART'S AIR
Peter Graham
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A LONDON CELEBRATION
Peter Graham
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METROPOLIS 1927
Peter Graham
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Fritz Lang's 1927 science fiction epic Metropolis is considered to be a masterpiece of cinematic vision and a high point of German Expressionist filmmaking. Set in a future dystopian world the film introduces the viewer to two contrasting communities living in the vast city of Metropolis. Those above ground live a life of privilege and pleasure serviced by the underground-dwelling drone workers whose role is to maintain and operate the banks of machines which provide the city's power.
Lang's film, which can be considered a type of 20th century morality play, draws upon a range of themes and influences from Marxist ideals and social satire to overt religious symbolism.
The music does not attempt to precis the plot, such as it is, but simply reflects my musical responses to Lang's noirish visual style and set designs – the brooding machine rooms, the decadent nightclubs, the gothic cathedral and so on – paradoxically a world of terrifying beauty.
Metropolis 1927 was commissioned by Bramwell Tovey and The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain with funds provided by The Arts Council of England. The first performances took place in the Winter Gardens, Weston-super-Mare on Saturday 19th April and in the Cheltenham Town Hall on Sunday 20th April 2014.
This revised version was premiered by The Black Dyke Band, conductor Nicholas Childs, at the 38th European Brass Band Championships in the Konzerthaus Freiburg, Germany, on Saturday 2 May 2015.
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NORTHERN LANDSCAPES
Peter Graham
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ON ALDERLEY EDGE
Peter Graham
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The much acclaimed 1997 National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain Championship Section Finals Test-Piece. Set test for the 2013 Swiss Open Brass Band Championships and the Grand Shield 2014.
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ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS
Concerto for Brass and Percussion
Peter Graham
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“If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of Giants”
Letter from Isaac Newton to Robert Hooke, 5 February 1676
The art of brass playing embraces a range of diverse approaches and styles. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the musical melting pot of the USA. On the Shoulders of Giants pays tribute to this diversity and to the great American brass virtuosi whose legacy has provided the foundation for countless brass giants of today.
The opening movement, Fanfares, reflects on the legendary Chicago Symphony Orchestra brass section. It has been suggested that the much-admired and distinctive style of the CSO Brass was initially driven by the Germanic repertoire favoured by the early music directors. Here the opening bars from the finale of Bruckner’s 8th symphony provide the departure point for the musical journey.
The work continues (attacca) with an Elegy. America’s role as the birthplace of jazz and two of her leading brass lights are remembered here – Miles Davis (through the sound world created for him by Gil Evans) – and the father of lyrical trombone playing Tommy Dorsey. In acknowledgement that jazz owes its origins to Negro spirituals, the gospel song Steal Away underpins the movement.
The finale, a Fantasie Brillante, pays homage to the turn of the century brass virtuosi of Sousa Band fame. The centrepiece of the movement finds Herbert L. Clarke, Arthur Pryor and Simone Mantia stepping from the mists of time to deliver snippets from their greatest solos (together with passing references to Sousa’s highest paid soloist, drummer August Helmecke). Moments of individual virtuosity lead to a series of ensemble power chords - giant footsteps in musical imagery. Finally, an allusion to the “chess-like” nature of brass band contesting brings the work to a dramatic conclusion.
On the Shoulders of Giants was commissioned by The Cory Band and The National Youth Brass Band of Wales
with additional funding from Ty Cerdd – Music Centre Wales. The work was published for the 158th British Open Brass Band Championships, 2010.
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PENTIUM
Peter Graham
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PHOENIX (from War of the Worlds Suite)
Peter Graham
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PROCESSIONAL FOR BRASS BAND
Edward Gregson
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PROCESSION TO THE CATHEDRAL
Wagner arr. Peter Graham
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RAMEAU REVISITED
Rameau arr. Peter Graham
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THE RED MACHINE
Peter Graham
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The music reflects the title and heritage of this fine group; from the aggressive, machine-type music of the opening, the contrasting nostalgic French-flavoured waltz through the recapitulation and vivace finale. Listeners may hear references to music associated with the band, from Holst (the Planets) through the opening phrase of the chorale Ein Feste Burg - familiar to British Guards Bands from the troop march Huguenots.
The version for brass band was made for the Black Dyke Band, Music Director
Nicholas Childs, and premiered by them during the Gramercy Music 10th
Anniversary Concert in the Maxwell Hall University of Salford, on May 7 2004.
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RONDEAU
Mouret arr. Graham
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SEIZE THE DAY
Peter Graham
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SIROCCO
Peter Graham
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THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
Peter Graham
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SUMMON THE DRAGON
Peter Graham
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SWEDISH FOLK SONG
Peter Graham
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THE 39th PARALLEL
Peter Graham
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Within The 39th Parallel (South) lies the New Zealand district of Whanganui and at its heart the Whanganui river - Te Awa Tupua.
This work is cast in two parts; Part 1, a musical evocation of the course of the river from Mount Tongariro to the sea, is constructed according to golden ratio proportions (the fundamental mathematical principle governing nature). Running in parallel a sequence of metrical modulations finds the tempo of the music increase incrementally over the course of the movement.
Part 2 – Apakura – ("Lament" in the Maori language) develops a theme previously hinted at in Part 1 but now fully realised. This “Home” theme is an elegy to the late Kevin Jarrett – a towering figure in the New Zealand music scene who for many years lived and worked in the town of Whanganui. The elegy includes references to music which formed a significant part of Kevin Jarrett's musical experiences both as a New Zealand Army Band musician (echoes of the Urbach march Through Bolts and Bars) and through his long association with the National Band of New Zealand (hints of fellow countryman Sir Dean Goffin's classic Rhapsody in Brass).
The work concludes with a reprise of the “Home” theme.
The 39th Parallel was commissioned by the Brass Band Association of New Zealand, in memory of the late Kevin Jarrett, with funds primarily provided by WNG Loan Finance & Investment Co; McDonnell Coleman Trust; Brass Whanganui; Riki & Rhys McDonnell; Jonathan Wallace; Graham Hickman; Ian & Denise Levien; and the New Zealand Army Band.
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THREE JAZZ PIECES
Harper arr. Peter Graham
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Three Jazz Pieces is scored for brass band** but can be performed by as few as five players plus percussion. Ideal for intermediate and school groups but an equally effective concert item when played by more advanced groups. The three pieces are: (I) Tuned In (II) Midnight Blues and (III) Ready to Rumba?
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TO BOLDLY GO
Peter Graham
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TOCCATA
Peter Graham
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THE TORCHBEARER
Symphonic Variations on a Theme by Eric Ball
Peter Graham
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The Torchbearer was commissioned by Kapitol Promotions and the Federation of Australasian Brass Bands as the test piece for the 2009 National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain and the FABB Open Contest respectively. The commission was initiated by the Federation’s Music Advisor, Professor David King, whose support and encouragement for the idea of a piece commemorating the 20th anniversary of Eric Ball’s death is greatly appreciated.
The variations are based upon the first phrase of the trio from Eric Ball’s Salvation Army march, Torchbearers.
After opening statements of the theme, variation 1 (an energetic allegro brillante utilising fragment A) commences at bar 35. Cadenza passages for Eb Bass and Euphonium lead to variation 2 (an andante appassionato based upon fragment B) at 104. Variation 3 (142 - a vivace featuring C as an ostinato) is followed at 205 by variation 4, the central andante e sciolto molto for solo cornet (utilising D1 as a counterpoint and D2 as a 2nd phrase).
The work culminates at bar 291 in a reprise of the cornet solo, now fully metamorphosised and mirroring in music a concept at the centre of Ball’s broader philosophy, that of transformation.
I have endeavoured to retain the main compositional characteristics and harmonic flavour of Eric Ball’s Salvation Army and contest music. His scoring techniques are a model for any student of the medium and whilst I have aimed for similar colours and clarity of line in texture, concessions have been made in the instrumentation of the 21st century brass band. A slightly more developed percussion section is utilised employing timpani and xylophone in dominant roles.
Eric Ball will be remembered as a composer whose classic works for brass shine through with integrity and sincerity. I have been no less sincere in my efforts to pay musical tribute to the 20th century’s most influential composer of brass band music.
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THE TRIUMPH OF TIME
Variations for Brass and Percussion
Peter Graham
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The Triumph of Time was commissioned by Professor Nicholas Childs for the Black Dyke Band and was premiered by them at the 37th European Brass Band Championships held in Perth Concert Hall, Scotland, on the 3rd of May 2014.
As I began preparations for the commission it occurred to me that 2014 marked the 25th anniversary of the publication of one of my earliest works for brass band, The Essence of Time. Listening to the piece for the first time in a number of years I was struck by its energy, optimism and sheer joie de vivre. Reflecting on these impressions I wondered if I might capture something of the spirit of The Essence of Time in a new work, and whilst not using any of the existing musical content perhaps draw upon some of the structural elements.
Like The Essence of Time, The Triumph of Time is a set of variations for band which follow roughly the same moods and characteristics of its older relative.
Many years ago as I took up a university post and embarked on postgraduate compositional study, my friend and colleague Ron Holz offered me some sage advice; to explore and assimilate unfamiliar compositional concepts and to develop and strengthen my technique, but never to stop writing tunes! This piece is dedicated to Dr Ronald W. Holz in gratitude.
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VICTORY
Hardiman arr. Peter Graham
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VOYAGE TO WORLDS UNKNOWN
Peter Graham
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1) TSS Cameronia - the grandeur and majesty of the vessel
2) Full ahead – a Scottish jig and reel of increasing tempo
3) Ae Fond Kiss - the haunting Burns song - separation from a loved one
4) The Crossing - in the teeth of an Atlantic gale - memories
5) The New Colossus - journey’s end as New York harbour and the Statue of Liberty emerge from the mists:
Give me your tired, your poor,
Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,
The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.
Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me,
I lift my lamp beside the golden door!
From The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus (1883)
Voyage to Worlds Unknown was first performed by Ronald Waiksnoris and The New York Staff Band in the Carnegie Hall New York, March 22 2012. This revised version was made for the Black Dyke Band. Recorded on the CD The Triumph of Time and available from www.worldofbrass.comAvailable MultiMedia Files
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WAR OF THE WORLDS (complete suite - individual titles also available separately)
Peter Graham
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1) Wrath depicts the arrival of the alien advance party on Planet Earth.
2) Reflections – (duet for Flugel and Tenor Horn).
Here mankind contemplates a life forever changed as the invaders progress their
colonization of Planet Earth.
3) Battle - mankind begin their fight for survival against the Martian war machine.
4) Deliverance – (solo for Soprano Cornet or Tenor Horn Eb).
The survivors seek sanctuary in the Church of Santa Maria, still standing among the
burning ruins of Los Angeles, and pray for deliverance from the invaders.
5) Phoenix – saved from extinction, mankind commence the rebuilding of the ruined
cities. The symbolism of the Phoenix, the mythological bird which rises reborn from the
ashes of destruction clearly resonates with the Japanese people in the aftermath of the
devastating tsunami of 2011. Their spirit and determination has become a present day
reminder of mankind’s ability to overcome adversity.
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WINDOWS OF THE WORLD
Peter Graham
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WITH FIRE AND SWORD
Peter Graham
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THE WONDER OF CHRISTMAS
Peter Graham
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WRATH (from War of the Worlds Suite)
Peter Graham
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HAYDOCK VARIATIONS
Stuart Pullin
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Published for the Butlins 2009 Brass Festival, Haydock Variations was commissioned by the Valley Brass (Haydock) Band in
1999 and was premiered by massed bands at a joint concert with the Marple Band in 2000. It was also part of a submission for the degree of MA in Composition at the University of Salford, for which the composer gained a distinction.
The form of Haydock Variations is a double set of variations. The first theme is stated in the opening bars and the second theme derived from the accompaniment to the first (bars 9 - 12). The variations on the themes return in the final marziale section.
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MEMORY
Stuart Pullin
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MUSINGS
Stuart Pullin
Score and Parts: £49.95
This exciting young composer's first published work for brass
band. In three movements, set as the 1997 Boosey & Hawkes Youth Championship
Advanced Test Piece.
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GREENSLEEVES
Stuart Pullin
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£29.95
Written for horn soloist Sheona White, this gorgeous setting
has already been performed in Westminster Abbey.
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